Masonry services
Rock facing
Rock facing is the skilled process of dressing sandstone by hand to create a natural, textured face.
It is a labour-intensive masonry technique that takes patience, accuracy and a deep understanding of how sandstone behaves. When done well, rock facing gives stonework depth, shadow and character while still allowing the finished piece to feel refined and intentional.
At Go Stone, rock facing is completed with care and precision, helping sandstone walls, capping, blocks and architectural details achieve a strong natural finish.
Expert Stone masonry
Hand-dressed sandstone with natural texture and detail
Rock facing is one of the details that separates standard stonework from stonework with real character.
The process involves carefully dressing the exposed face of the sandstone to create a rougher, more natural surface. Rather than leaving the stone flat or machine-finished, rock facing adds texture, variation and depth while keeping control over the final appearance.
It is commonly used where sandstone needs to look natural, handcrafted and visually substantial. This can include walling, capping, blocks, monuments, feature stonework and architectural masonry details.
Go Stone’s team has the skill and patience to complete rock facing to a high standard, creating a finish that looks natural without looking careless or overworked.
From the yard
Mark - Rock facing machine
Mark showing how a U-shape block gets dressed and cleaned up before install.
A lot of work goes into the pieces people never think twice about, but it’s what makes the final job come together properly.
Craftsmanship in the details. All in the gun’s right Mark?
Need stone for your next project? Get in touch with the team at Go Stone.
from the yard
Rockfacing Technique
Today Mark takes us through the difference between two traditional stoneworking techniques — the bolster finish and the pitcher finish. While they might look similar at first glance, each creates its own unique texture, character, and finished appearance.
It’s these details that can completely change the look and feel of a project, whether you’re after a cleaner edge or a more rugged, natural finish.
Which finish do you prefer – bolster or pitcher?
Get in touch with the team to discuss the right finish for your next project.